Vitamin D is often associated with sunshine, but getting outside isn’t the only way to get its benefits. Vitamin D is also found in some foods and supplements.
So, what’s better: getting vitamin D through sun or diet? How much vitamin D should you be getting – and what should you do if you need more?
We called on a dietitian and a dermatologist for answers. Read on for their tips on how to safely get enough vitamin D.
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“What we eat is very important; it's personal,” she says. “We associate so many things with comfort, with love, with family members. Long-term diet change presents challenges because of these associations.”
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"When patients lose their hair...
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